LIFEPROOF iPhone 4S/4 Case Comparison : ORIGINAL vs REPLICA

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INTRODUCTION

Hello guys, my name is Sean and I'm from Malaysia. I have been reselling Lifeproof since it's birth back in 2011 and have not stopped since. As an official Lifeproof reseller I am glad to share this awesome case with my family and friends in Malaysia. If you're in Malaysia you can get Original Lifeproof from me right HERE on the Lowyat.net forums (Click HERE)

As of August 2012, replicas of the Lifeproof cases are starting to penetrate the Malaysian market. This is worst when the seller advertises these replicas as "original with 1 year warranty" leading many to believe they are getting the same case for a fraction of the cost.

The reason for this post is to do a detailed comparison on what the differences are between the original and the replica Lifeproof cases. Hope you find this informative and use the information here to avoid being scammed or at least you should know what you're getting for the price you're paying. Here we go...


LIFEPROOF: ORIGINAL VS REPLICA

At first glance there is absolutely nothing different from the packaging. The copycats really nailed it on this one, here have a look...

The box of the replica Lifeproof doesn't have the QR Code :

Also you will notice some spelling or typo errors :

Now that we have got the packaging out of the way, let's open it up and have a look inside. Here are some comparison photographs for your reference :

We can see from the above photographs that the QR code and website links are missing in the replica Lifeproof case. We can see the photograph below of the microfiber cloth, the original has imprinted the "Lifeproof" logo where else the one that comes with the replica is just a plain white microfiber cloth :

Let's have a look at the camera from the outside and from the inside :

The original Lifeproof case has a bigger and rounder opening compared to the smaller opening on the replica. There is also a flash diffuser on the glass camera lens which is not present on the replica.

Very briefly, it looks like there is a rubber piece where the ear piece is on the original Lifeproof case.

Observe the little home button sticker on the original case and observe there is nothing on the replica. There is also a unique serial number that comes with the original Lifeproof case for warranty claims.

And here we come to the back cover. On the left you can see the serial number that you will need for warranty claims. On the replica there is no serial number. (Note : although it is not shown on the photograph, there is a yellow O-ring that comes installed with the replica. I forgot to put it back after it came off - easily).

Surprisingly it did pass a 30 minute water test, it was dry on the inside when I took it out. Does it work? Apparently it does.

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SUMMARY

Does the replica case work? Yeah it does. However there are some important points to consider if you decide to get the replica :

1. You're on your own if/when your case fails
2. Build quality is not as good as the original
3. You may or may not experience washed out photographs when you use the LED flash.
4. Most importantly, the profits go to someone else instead of Lifeproof who has been the brain child of this one of a kind waterproof case.

Getting the original Lifeproof case is always recommended due to the following reasons :

1. Lifeproof support and warranty claims (I have had good experiences so far!)
2. Great build quality and feel.
3. Take great photographs underwater or above.
4. Waterproof, shockproof, dustproof and snowproof!

WHERE TO BUY?

If you're in Malaysia you can get Original Lifeproof from me right HERE on the Lowyat.net forums (Click HERE) . Otherwise please visit www.lifeproof.com and get yourself Lifeproof today!

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